Microbial Volatile Organic Compounds: Applications and Future Prospects

Asian Journal of Biological and Life Sciences ,2021,10,3,533-538.
Published:January-2022
Type:Review Article
Authors:
Author(s) affiliations:

Vikas Kumar1,*, Manoj Singh1, Ashwanti Devi1, Kavita Rani2, Amit Kumar1, Sunil Kumar1, Pooja Sharma1, Anil K Sharma1

1Department of Biotechnology, Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana, Ambala, Haryana, INDIA.

2Animal Biochemistry Division, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana, INDIA.

Abstract:

Microbial volatile organic compounds (MVOCs) are organic compounds having low molecular mass (less than 300 Da) and high vapor pressure due to low boiling point. Microorganisms produce a plethora of volatile compounds that can play a very crucial role in intra- and inter-kingdom interactions. Many volatile organic compounds (VOCs) secreted by microbes associated with soil and plants have been described to be involved in microbial communications. A considerable body of opinion indicates that MVOCs have potential to be utilized as a beneficial and good sustainable approach for diverse areas including agriculture, industrial and health sector. They can induce plant defense systems and inhibit the development of diverse plant pathogens.